Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Hebrew • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Gomorrah, along with its neighboring city Sodom, is one of the most infamous cities mentioned in the Bible, known for its sinfulness and subsequent divine judgment. The narrative of Gomorrah is primarily found in the Book of Genesis, where it is depicted as a city of great wickedness, ultimately destroyed by God due to its inhabitants' grievous sins.Biblical Account: The account of Gomorrah is closely tied to that of Sodom, as both cities are often mentioned together. In Genesis 13:10, Lot, the nephew of Abraham, chooses to settle in the plain of the Jordan, which includes the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, because the land was well-watered and fertile, "like the garden of the LORD, like the land of Egypt" . The wickedness of Gomorrah is highlighted in Genesis 18, where the LORD reveals to Abraham His intention to investigate the outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah. In Genesis 18:20-21, the LORD says, "The outcry against Sodom and Gomorrah is great. Their sin is so grievous that I will go down and see if their actions fully justify the outcry that has reached Me. If not, I will find out" . In Genesis 19, two angels visit Sodom, and the depravity of the city is further exposed. Although the text focuses on Sodom, Gomorrah is understood to be equally culpable. The angels warn Lot to flee with his family, as the LORD is about to destroy the cities. Genesis 19:24-25 describes the destruction: "Then the LORD rained down sulfur and fire on Sodom and Gomorrah—from the LORD out of the heavens. Thus He overthrew those cities and the entire plain, including all the inhabitants of the cities and everything that grew on the ground" . Theological Significance: Gomorrah serves as a symbol of divine judgment against sin and immorality. The destruction of Gomorrah, along with Sodom, is frequently referenced throughout Scripture as a warning of the consequences of wickedness. In the New Testament, Jude 1:7 states, "In like manner, Sodom and Gomorrah and the cities around them, who indulged in sexual immorality and pursued strange flesh, are on display as an example of those who sustain the punishment of eternal fire" . Historical and Archaeological Context: The exact location of Gomorrah remains uncertain, though it is traditionally believed to have been situated near the southern end of the Dead Sea. Archaeological efforts have sought to identify the ruins of Gomorrah, with some scholars suggesting sites such as Bab edh-Dhra and Numeira as possible locations. These sites show evidence of sudden destruction, consistent with the biblical account. Moral and Ethical Lessons: The narrative of Gomorrah underscores the biblical theme of God's justice and mercy. While the city was destroyed due to its pervasive sin, the account also highlights God's willingness to spare the righteous, as seen in His dialogue with Abraham and the rescue of Lot and his family. This account serves as a reminder of the importance of righteousness and the severe consequences of turning away from God's commandments. Gomorrah's legacy in biblical literature is one of caution, illustrating the seriousness with which God views sin and the ultimate accountability of humanity before Him. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary GomorrahSmith's Bible Dictionary Gomorrah(submersion), one of the five "cities of the plain" or "vale of Siddim" that under the irrespective kings joined battle there with Chedorlaomer (Genesis 14:2-8) and his allies by whom they were discomfited till Abraham came to the rescue. Four out of the five were afterwards destroyed by the Lord with fire from heaven. (Genesis 19:23-29) One of them only, Zoar (or Bela; which was its original name), was spared at the request of Lot, in order that he might take refuge there. The geographical position of these cities is discussed under SODOM. ATS Bible Dictionary GomorrahOne of the cities in the fruitful vale of Siddim, near the southern part of the ancient Dead Sea, miraculously blasted by God. See SODOM. Easton's Bible Dictionary Submersion, one of the five cities of the plain of Siddim (q.v.) which were destroyed by fire (Genesis 10:19; 13:10; 19:24, 28). These cities probably stood close together, and were near the northern extremity of what is now the Dead Sea. This city is always mentioned next after Sodom, both of which were types of impiety and wickedness (Genesis 18:20; Romans 9:29). Their destruction is mentioned as an "ensample unto those that after should live ungodly" (2 Peter 2:6; Jude 1:4-7). Their wickedness became proverbial (Deuteronomy 32:32; Isaiah 1:9, 10; Jeremiah 23:14). But that wickedness may be exceeded (Matthew 10:15; Mark 6:11). (see DEAD SEA). International Standard Bible Encyclopedia GOMORRAHgo-mor'-a (`amorah; Septuagint and New Testament Gomorra, or Gomorra; Arabic Ghamara, "to overwhelm with water"): One of the CITIES OF THE PLAIN (which see) destroyed by fire from heaven in the time of Abraham and Lot (Genesis 19:23-29). It was located probably in the plain South of the Dead Sea, now covered with water. See ARABAH; CITIES OF THE PLAIN; DEAD SEA. De Saulcy, however, with others who place the Cities of the Plain at the North end of the Dead Sea, fixes upon Khumran (or Gumran), marked on the Survey Map of Palestine North of Ras Feshkeh, where there are ruins about a mile from the Dead Sea. But there is nothing to support this view except the faint resemblance of the name and the inconclusive arguments placing the Cities of the Plain at that end of the sea. Greek 1116. Gomorra -- Gomorrah, one of the cities near the Dead Sea ... Gomorrah, one of the cities near the Dead Sea. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine; Noun, Neuter Transliteration: Gomorra Phonetic Spelling: (gom'-or-hrhah) Short ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1116.htm - 6k Strong's Hebrew 1306. Birsha -- a king of Gomorrah... 1305, 1306. Birsha. 1307 . a king of Gomorrah. Transliteration: Birsha Phonetic Spelling: (beer-shah') Short Definition: Birsha. ... /hebrew/1306.htm - 6k 126. Admah -- a city near Sodom and Gomorrah 6017. Amorah -- a city in the Jordan Valley Library "Hear the Word of the Lord, Ye Rulers of Sodom, Give Ear unto the ... It is Related Also that vinegar was Given Him to Drink, or Wine ... God who Appeared to Moses is Distinguished from God the Father. Lot's Escape from a Wicked City Chapter xiv Self-Scrutiny in God's Presence. From Abraham to Egypt. The Story of Hagar and Ishmael Petty Dishonesty. Isaiah's Discourse Thesaurus Gomorrah (25 Occurrences)... (see DEAD SEA). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. GOMORRAH. ... George Frederick Wright. Multi-Version Concordance Gomorrah (25 Occurrences). ... /g/gomorrah.htm - 17k Gomor'rah (23 Occurrences) Admah (6 Occurrences) Zeboiim (7 Occurrences) Overthrew (17 Occurrences) Sodom (49 Occurrences) Zeboim (7 Occurrences) Siddim (3 Occurrences) Zo'ar (10 Occurrences) Zeboi'im (4 Occurrences) Resources What was the sin of Sodom and Gomorrah? | GotQuestions.orgWhy did Abraham bargain with God in regard to Sodom and Gomorrah (Genesis 18)? | GotQuestions.org What were Admah and Zeboiim in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Gomorrah: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Gomorrah (25 Occurrences)Matthew 10:15 Mark 6:11 Romans 9:29 2 Peter 2:6 Jude 1:7 Genesis 10:19 Genesis 13:10 Genesis 14:2 Genesis 14:8 Genesis 14:10 Genesis 14:11 Genesis 18:20 Genesis 19:24 Genesis 19:28 Deuteronomy 29:23 Deuteronomy 32:32 Job 22:8 Isaiah 1:9 Isaiah 1:10 Isaiah 13:19 Jeremiah 23:14 Jeremiah 49:18 Jeremiah 50:40 Amos 4:11 Zephaniah 2:9 Subtopics Gomorrah: Its King Defeated by Chedorlaomer Gomorrah: One of the "Cities of the Plain" Related Terms |
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